Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X240 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

efficient power management

average display quality

limited graphics performance

older processor model

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

impressive battery life

fast performance

limited storage capacity

average graphics

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X240 and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X240 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.48 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.03 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.495 cm
Weight 1.42 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features - Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8665U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2280
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound - Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Technology - Lithium Ion
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Interfaces Dock USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (7th Gen)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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